This is a guest blog by Eleanor Townend, sharing her take on Adjustment. Do you want your say on anything ‘university’? Email BU Blogs or comment below and we’ll be in touch! Finally! A-Levels are done, the sun is out, and you’re looking forward to starting the next big chapter in your life: University! After attending… Read more » about What is adjustment and what is it for?
This is a guest blog by Ayomide, sharing her Clearing story. When doing my UCAS, after receiving my offers, I chose my firm and my insurance choice. I was so set on getting into my firm I hardly looked into my insurance choice. It was a back up and as it is called, an insurance… Read more » about Ayomide’s clearing story
I expected to go through Clearing. My final exams did not go very well and so I decided to take a proactive approach and look for other options before results day and write down potential courses that I could apply for if necessary. Results day revealed my grades were not high enough for my insurance… Read more » about My achievements despite coming through Clearing
Hi! I am Sugandha Bhandari from India, currently doing my Masters in Corporate Communication at Bournemouth University. Bournemouth is famous for its seven miles of sandy beaches and have recently won the Travellers’ Choice Beach Awards for 2018. However there is much more to do here than just get a good tan! Whether you like… Read more » about Tired of the beach? Check out these cool places in Bournemouth!
Hi, I’m Nikki Mennen! I’m from the Netherlands and came all the way to Bournemouth to study MA in Creative Writing and Publishing. Are you thinking of coming to BU as well for this creative postgraduate course, or are you just curious about what we do? Let me tell you about my experience! Why Bournemouth University? … Read more » about Studying MA Creative Writing and Publishing at BU
I am Yi-Hsin Chen from Taiwan studying MSC Events Management. As an Asian, I am always looking for Asian restaurants in Bournemouth. Surprisingly, there are quite a lot in this town and I have listed a few of my favourites. I hope you will also enjoy them. Korean delights With the trend of Korean drama,… Read more » about A guide to Asian restaurants in Bournemouth
I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying MA Post Production Editing. In my opinion, study skills in Brazil are not that different from the ones in the UK, but I have noticed a few differences between them. Exams vs essays Firstly, one of the differences is the way each country assesses their students. In Brazil, I… Read more » about Developing your study skills in the UK
MA 3D Computer Animation student, Kamila Bianchi, shares her experience with studying in the UK and how it compares with studying in her country, Brazil. My first thought when comparing studying in Brazil with the UK was that here (in the UK) you have to dedicate a lot more time to your studies than back… Read more » about Studying in the UK vs in Brazil
That dreaded time of year is nearly upon us again…exam season. For a lot of people, exams can cause stress, nerves and a lot of anxiety, but it doesn’t need to be that way. By properly preparing for your exams you can have more confidence in yourself and eliminate those feelings of stress. Here are… Read more » about Six study tips
Third year BA (Hons) Business Studies student Corey Kemp shares his advice on staying motivated during your studies: Opportunity: I know assignments, coursework and exams can be seen as daunting but you should try and change your approach towards it. See it as an opportunity to showcase your hard work and your capabilities in your… Read more » about Staying motivated during your studies
My placement year has been a blessing in disguise. I worked for two companies this year and both taught me important lessons and what my expectations should be like when I find a real job in the industry. With the European Bartender School and The Terrible Placement That Shall Not Be Named, I managed to… Read more » about PR student Laura shares her placement experience in Barcelona
Placements and trying to find one… those good old terrifying times from second year. While some courses are set to have a year, others like us in Scriptwriting get to choose between a short or long experience. Whether you have a month or year placement, finding the right place for you is one of the… Read more » about Placement talk: Lost? No worries, we’ve all been there
My experience as a Paramedic Science student
Do a Nerve Radio show with me
Lansdowne campus and the surrounding area
Understanding UCAS and applying for university
My placement experience at Enterprise Mobility
Handling the cost of living pressures from a student perspective
Course Stories: Film & TV Production
The realities of student life
A Guide to Student Jobs: Where to Find Them and How They Help Your Future
Anna’s Trip to Ghana with Work the World